As for ventilation, the top edge and small holes on the side are great ways to do this. You should never paint a bluebird house with dark colors or use glass for the roof as that will elevate the interior temperature. When a birdhouse gets too hot, it can cook the eggs inside, which will cause the adult birds to leave and find a better nesting location. Bluebird houses can get too hot, so ensuring they have good ventilation will keep the birds and eggs safe. Just like we need proper ventilation in our homes, so do birds. The best part about these smaller holes is that they help deter larger predatory birds since they can’t fit through the holes. Eastern, western, and mountain bluebirds need different size holes for their houses.Įastern bluebirds need a 1 1/2″ round hole, and western, and mountain bluebirds need a 1 9/16″ round hole. Bluebirds are small cavity birds, so the hole needs to represent that. The hole of the birdhouse needs to suit the size of the bluebirds. They prefer larger spaces, more like 6X6 inches. Mountain bluebirds have the largest house among the three. Their dimensions are 5.5×5.5, allowing plenty of room for their wingspans.
Western bluebirds prefer a slightly larger floor for their houses. These dimensions give fletchings plenty of room to stretch their wings. Don’t forget to include the thickness of the wood in your dimensions! Eastern BluebirdsĮastern bluebird houses usually have a 5×5 floor. While the floor dimensions will change, a good rule of thumb is to make each house 9″ deep to help prevent predators. The measurements will vary depending on which type of bluebird you want to attract.īelow you’ll find the floor dimensions for each type of bluebird. Next, you’ll need to consider the dimensions of the birdhouse you’re adding to your backyard. Just make sure there are footholds available for the babies to climb out when it’s time to fledge. Recycled plastic birdhouses are also suitable. Using rough wood gives footholds to fledglings ready to leave the nest and leaves plenty of footholds for adult bluebirds. The wood is thick, sturdy, untreated, and uncured. Wood is the most common material people use to make birdhouses. Remember that it’s illegal to remove the nests of native bird species, so if you attract different birds than bluebirds, you can’t simply remove the nest. So, being careful about how you design and where you place your bluebird house will ensure you’re only attracting bluebirds and other native species. They prefer to nest in small holes they find in trees, but this can be an issue since house sparrows will take the holes away from the bluebirds, kill the adults and break their eggs. When designing your bluebird house, you’ll want to consider that these birds are cavity birds. You can have beautiful bluebirds in your yard with some research and commitment. This hobby isn’t for the faint of heart, as it takes a lot of dedication and spirit to host bluebirds successfully.
Made in the USA.Giving them the proper house that protects them from predators is key to attracting them and keeping them coming back to your yard. Feed bluebirds but not starlings using this Copper Colored Caged Bluebird Feeder. Its powder coated, galvanized metal tray and roof ensure durability for seasons of service, and the plastic coated cable makes it simple to hang this unit. The glass dish removes in moments for quick refilling, and the feeder may be fully disassembled easily for in-depth cleaning. Place fruit or suet on the base, 14" diameter tray for feeding a larger variety of birds. Vinyl coated wire forms the sides of the feeder, and the 1.5" square openings may prevent larger birds and squirrels from reaching the food. A glass dish rests in the center of the frame, easily holding 0.5 cups of jelly, mealworms, seed, or oriole nectar. The bright, copper colored top and base of this fantastic feeder are sure to add a bold look to your yard, while inviting select birds to dine. Offer bluebirds an elegant feeding haven by placing this Erva Caged Bluebird Feeder, Copper Colored in your garden. 5% OFF SITEWIDE SALE!! *Add to shopping cart to view sale price*
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